The 60th edition of the Carthage International Festival will host a lineup of major Arab and international stars, including Mayada El Hennawy, Cheb Khaled, and Majida El Roumi, according to an official source via the TAP agency. This anniversary celebration marks the return of several performers to the Carthage Roman Theater. Who are the headliners … Read more
The office of Finance Minister Francois-Phillipe Champagne is refusing to release data supporting Prime Minister Mark Carney’s claims that Canada will accelerate defence spending to four per cent of GDP by 2030. A spokesperson for Champagne told Global News the office is “not in a position to scoop forthcoming announcements” and will not provide details … Read more
The Trump administration has launched a broad initiative to slash commercial fishing regulations across U.S. waters, including plans to reopen protected New England areas to scallop harvesting. White House adviser Peter Navarro confirmed the push on July 2, 2026, stating the goal is to revitalize the domestic seafood sector by easing restrictions on both Atlantic … Read more
The U.S. unemployment rate fell to 4.2% in June 2026, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data, though the decline reflects a shrinking labor force rather than job growth. The labor force participation rate dropped to 61.5%, the lowest level since March 2021, as 720,000 people exited the labor market entirely. Why is the … Read more
The Property Council of Victoria has issued a 30-day ultimatum to Premier Jacinta Allan’s government, citing a collapse in industry confidence and a critical slowdown in construction. According to the latest Industry Sentiment Survey from the Property Council and Procore, Victoria’s sentiment index has plummeted to 67 points—the lowest level since the first weeks of … Read more
European aviation industry leaders are demanding the power to temporarily suspend the EU’s digital Entry/Exit System (EES) to mitigate severe border delays. The Airports Council International Europe, Airlines for Europe, and the International Air Transport Association warned that the system has reached a “critical point,” causing five-hour queues and disrupting flight departures. Why are airlines … Read more
Outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a 300 billion pound ($397bn) investment plan to modernize the United Kingdom’s armed forces over the next four years. The strategy includes a 15 billion pound increase in the overall defense budget, with more than 5 billion pounds earmarked specifically for drones and autonomous systems, according to the … Read more
The Indonesian government is scaling back President Prabowo Subianto’s flagship free nutritious meal programme following weeks of nationwide protests demanding its complete suspension. Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa confirmed the decision, stating that the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) initiated the reduction to ensure budget security, though he noted the programme remains a “good programme” that … Read more
Former Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has emerged as the only candidate to replace Keir Starmer as leader of the Labour Party and prime minister of Britain. In a speech delivered Monday at the People’s History Museum in Manchester, Mr. Burnham proposed a structural overhaul of the British government, including the establishment of a “No. 10 … Read more
Auckland’s Caluzzi is marking three decades of operation on Karangahape Road, evolving from a café in 1996 into a drag cabaret. Current owners Nick Hall and Nick Nash, known professionally as Anita Wigl’it and Kita Mean, have managed the venue for the past decade, helping preserve one of Auckland’s cabaret experiences while introducing it to … Read more